With steady temperature ranging from 24°C in February to 31°C in
July, your luxury charter
vacation in Mauritius will be nothing but harmonious and
pleasurable. Make sure to pack your suitcases with light summer
clothing, swimsuits, sandals but also hiking shoes and prepare to
discover a small, mysterious yet unique island- Mauritius. The
local currency being the Mauritian rupee, there are plenty of money
exchange offices scattered around the island. The island’s flora is
unique on its own with, for example, ebony trees. Many
characteristic species of coconut palm trees found on the island
will leave you under a spell of their greatness and charm.
Hibiscus, anthurium, rich blue lagoons as well as unexplored creeks
are only some of the surprises awaiting you on this sugar cane
island. Discover Mauritius aboard your luxury
charter catamaran or luxury
charter mega yacht and be dazzled by it.

Intrigued by history?

In tribute to the island’s great marine charm, the French named it
“Isle de France”. Although the country owes its present name to the
Dutch, the inhabitants of this small island did not abandon
Voltaire’s mother tongue. It was from 1598 until 1658 that the
Dutch settled the island and baptized it Mauritius in the honor of
Prince Mauritius of the House of Nassau. The Dutch left the island
in 1658 after a series of violent cyclones. In 1715 began the
French period of the island’s rich history. Dufresne d’Arsel
renamed the island “Isle de France” but soon after, in 1735, the
island witnessed its first “evolution” with the arrival of Mahé de
la Bourdonnais. Having rapidly colonized the island, La Bourdonnais
imposed slavery but also established the capital of Port Louis. In
1789 the English assured of respecting the law, costumes and
religion in return for renunciation on the part of the French. A
few years later in 1835 the abolition of slavery affected more than
10 000 slaves. The island gained in dependence in 1968 but
continues to be member of the Commonwealth.

Port-Louis

The commercial port owes its name to Louis XV. It was later Mahé de
Bourdonnais who placed it on the map as an important stopover for
vessels crossing the Mascarene Islands. The capital is nowadays a
bustling colonial town protected from winds by surrounding mountain
ranges. This chic city has it all- a modern port, scenic passages,
modern architecture intertwined with old colonial buildings spared
by tropical cyclones as well as a rich, inviting culture. Sail the
turquoise waters of Mauritius aboard your luxury
charter catamaran in the morning and discover the natural
wonders, step off board in the afternoon and stroll lazily down the
city streets to find a quiet restaurant or cafés specializing in
local delicacies.

North Coast

Lazy, tranquil beaches and minuscule islands inhabited by birds is
a perfect description of the island’s northern coast. Take full
advantage of your luxury
charter yacht by reaching sublime bays, gardens and beaches
located in this part of the island. Baie du Tombeau is both
dangerous and magnificent and will incontestably capsize your
heart. Grand Baie will welcome you with its pristine beaches where
the shade of coconut palm trees and the soft breeze of the ocean
are characteristic to this true paradise. These and many more royal
places will make you feel at the top of the world.

East Coast

Lashed by trade winds, the island’s eastern coast was, in the past,
the scene of naval battles costing the lives of many men. Mahébourg
is an essential stop during your luxury
charter cruise. This small colonial town nestled in the bay of
Grand Port was named after Mahé de Bourdonnais. The history of the
place is unbelievably rich with echoes of Napoleonic cannonades
still heard today. The Battle of Grand Port was the only French
victory against the British and is depicted on the pediment of the
Arc de Triomphe in Paris. Your next visit should be Vieux Grand
Port with the ancient Dutch lookout tower and a commemorating
monument of the Dutch who reached the island for the first time in
1598 and settled 40 years later. It is also the place of the first
French settlement.

West Coast

Profound and perfectly blue lagoons open up before you in this part
of the island. The central plateau is the most irrigated and
populated region on the island. Many picturesque villages were
founded on the royal route linking Port-Louis and Grand Port. Along
with the expansion of sugarcane factories, the villages merged into
a vast agglomeration of boasting premium shopping, including
duty-free boutiques.

Direction: South-West!

The soft clamor of waves battling against rocky bluffs create a
palette of colors that will unveil to you as you unwind aboard your
luxury
charter yacht. After more than 9 years of reconstruction, the
Martello Towers built by the British reopened to tourists. Dating
back to 1840, the towers meant to protect this haven from potential
enemies. There are so many other gems awaiting your discovery in
this part of the island. What better way to relax than to sit back
on one of the pristine sandy beaches or to cruise the clear azure
waters aboard your luxury
mega yacht chartered with Sunreef Yachts Charter…

Rodrigues

Cinderella among the Mascarene Islands, Rodrigues is the rustic
sister. The island’s population still beats to African rhythm as it
emerged from mainland three centuries ago. Situated 560 kilometers
from Mauritius, the small island of only 110 km2 is a true
Robinson’s island settled in the midst of an emerald green lagoon
twice its size. The population of this rustic and mountainous
island is mostly Creole and very religious with their main economic
activities including fishing, agriculture as well as pork and goat
farming. You will encounter locals travelling on foot, often
carrying items in their heads. With poor soil and lack of water,
life on the island is harsh. This is, however, hard to notice as
locals sing their way through life. Most of the population are
descendants of African and Malagasy slaves leading a simple life in
the mountains. Descendants of first French settlers are mostly
fishermen living on the coast.

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